Dáil Éireann debate -
Thursday, 10 Jun 1993

Vol. 432 No. 2

Written Answers. - Orthodontic Services.

John Ellis

Question:

108 Mr. Ellis asked the Minister for Health the number of people in group 5 that have been selected for orthodontic service by the North-Western Health Board; and if he will make a statement with regards to the manner used in the selection of people for treatment in this group.

Minister for Health (Mr. Howlin)

The provision of orthodontic services is a matter for the North-Western Health Board and I have referred this matter to the Chief Executive Officer of the North-Western Health Board for his immediate attention and direct reply to the Deputy.